In a significant development for digital rights and data governance in the country, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has announced a formal investigation into the Chinese-owned e-commerce platform Temu, amid serious concerns that it may have violated Nigeria’s data…
Nigeria’s data centre sector is emerging as one of the fastest-growing investment landscapes in Africa, with analysts predicting a dramatic surge in value and capacity through to 2031. The latest Nigeria Data Center Market Growth Report 2026-2031 reveals that the…
Global technology giants have come under intense scrutiny following the publication of a new report that challenges long-standing assertions about artificial intelligence and its role in tackling climate change. The analysis, compiled by independent energy experts for environmental advocacy groups,…
Samsung is once again stirring the tech world with a fresh look at what could be a standout innovation in smartphone security. In the days leading up to its much-anticipated Galaxy Unpacked launch on February 25, the company has released…
In an era when Africa’s young and ambitious innovators are capturing global attention, a powerful summit is reshaping how ideas, capital and networks intersect across continents. The 2026 African Diaspora Investment Symposium (ADIS26) set for March 25 to 27 at…
The Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education in Sierra Leone has unveiled the latest development in the build-up to the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination, confirming that a total of 163,997 candidates have been successfully cleared and…
Nigeria’s most ambitious economic target in years, becoming a $1 trillion economy, hinges not only on oil revenues and fiscal reforms but critically on strengthening the nation’s people through better health and education. This is the message that development experts…
In a powerful speech at the World Forum on the Future of Democracy, Artificial Intelligence and Technology and Humankind in Davos on 16 February 2026, the Director‑General of the World Health Organization (WHO) addressed global leaders and experts on the…
Apple has formally invited the press to what it is calling a Special Apple Experience in New York City on March 4, 2026, at 9:00am Eastern Time. This announcement marks one of the early major technology showcases of the year…
In a bold move to improve education for young learners in rural Kenya, Safaricom and the M-Pesa Foundation have launched a major project to construct a modern learning environment at Sango PAG Primary School in Lugari. This initiative represents a…
In a major development for Nigeria’s farming sector, the African Development Bank Group has authorised a $200 million loan to expand agricultural productivity and strengthen food systems across the country. This significant financial backing targets Phase Two of the National…
A new chapter is opening for Nigeria’s technology ecosystem as the Federal Government and global tech company Ericsson unveil the Connect NextGen Hackathon, a four-month innovation challenge designed to equip young Nigerians with world-class digital skills. The launch event took…
In a stirring message delivered in Abuja this week, one of Nigeria’s most influential public servants stressed that the nation’s survival and global competitiveness are deeply tied to the quality and direction of its education system. Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of…
In a major boost for African technology and security, Nigerian defence-technology startup Terra Industries has secured an additional $22 million in funding just weeks after a record investment round. This fresh capital brings its total raised to $34 million and…
On Monday, February 16, 2026, millions of users around the world, including in Nigeria, reported that the social media platform X was inaccessible for significant periods of the day. Users attempting to load the app or access the website were…